Medical Aids and Appliances Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 July 2019

Tuesday, 23 July 2019

Questions (1292)

John Brassil

Question:

1292. Deputy John Brassil asked the Minister for Health if continuous glucose monitoring systems are available and reimbursed by the HSE for patients with type 1 diabetes of all age groups; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32484/19]

Written answers

Minister for Health

Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration of the community drug schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.